Graduate Courses

Term Schedule

Fall 2020

Number	Title	Instructor	Time
BCSC 433-1 Stat Speech&Lang Processing Daniel Gildea TR 11:05AM - 12:20PM
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BCSC 504-1 Sensory Systems Gregory DeAngelis –
An introduction to the functioning of the senses and the physiological mechanisms underlying them. Topics include vision, audition, somatosensation, the vestibular system, guestation and olfaction, with an emphasis on the general principles that govern mammalian sensory systems.
BCSC 505-1 Perception & Motor Systems Martina Poletti –
An interdisciplinary introduction to perception and action. Topics covered include the perception of motion, depth, surfaces, pattern and object perception, eye movements, motor planning and organization, and attention.
BCSC 508-1 Cognitive Neuroscience Rajeev Raizada –
General introduction to neuroscientific studies of various aspects of human cognition and perception, e.g. object-recognition, development, attention, language, vision, etc.The class will consist both of lectures and also seminar-type discussions led by the students.
BCSC 519-1 Statistics in Perception Tim Jaeger –
The course will cover a variety of statistical techniques used in vision and perception research, including applied linear regression analysis, ANOVA, linear mixed models, Frequentist vs Bayesian inference, power analysis, and type 1 errors. Each of these techniques will be reviewed and implemented using data from research provided by students. Students will study each method, develop a reading list, and give a presentation on that method. Reading and homework will be assigned based on the weekly topic.
BCSC 520-1 The Intelligent Eye Michele Rucci MW 2:00PM - 3:15PM
Provides an interdisciplinary view of modern research into how the human brain solves the problems involved in perception, including how we perceive the three-dimensional structure of the world, how we recognize objects and how visual information is used to control action in the world. Students read contemporary research and, through classroom discussion and critical essays, explore and analyze the questions and debates that define contemporary perceptual science. Prerequisite: BCS 151 Location Online Room 3 (ASE) (MW 2:00PM - 3:15PM)
BCSC 528-1 Special Topics in Vision Duje Tadin –
Advanced graduate seminar on a chose problem in vision sciences. In previous years, topics have included motion perception, stereopsis, color vision and visuo-motor control. Readings for the course are drawn from the scientific literature in the topic being covered. Students are typically required to lead discussions on papers.
BCSC 530-1 Data-Enabled Research Ehsan Hoque F 11:00AM - 12:30PM T 5:00PM - 7:00PM
This course provides an introduction to experimental and analytical methods in cognitive science and artificial intelligence. This class will comprise of a monthly seminar following by an intensive discussion on the assigned reading topics. The course is open to graduate students in any discipline. The course is recommended for those who intend to pursue research at the intersection of cognitive science and computer science, but prior experience in those fields is not required. It is required for students supported by the BCS/CS NRT graduate training grant. Location (F 11:00AM - 12:30PM) (T 5:00PM - 7:00PM)
BCSC 536-1 Machine Vision Chenliang Xu TR 2:00PM - 3:15PM
Introduction to computer vision, including camera models, basic image processing, pattern and object recognition, and elements of human vision. Specific topics include geometric issues, statistical models, Hough transforms, color theory, texture, and optic flow. CSC 449, a graduate-level course, requires additional readings and assignments. Prerequisites: MTH 161 and CSC 242; MTH 165 strongly recommended or equivalent. Location Online Room 1 (ASE) (TR 2:00PM - 3:15PM)
BCSC 541-1 Neurons, Circuits, & Systems Farran Briggs TR 9:40AM - 10:55AM
This course takes a bottom-up approach to understanding the neurons and circuits of the sensory systems in the mammalian brain. Thematic topics will include: structural and functional diversity among sensory neuronal populations, common themes across sensory systems such as parallel information processing, coordination among feedforward/feedback circuits, and neuronal plasticity during development of functional domains. The final course module will focus on exploring the neuronal mechanisms of attention, again from a neuron- and circuit-centric perspective. Visual, auditory, and somatosensory systems will be discussed with most emphasis on the visual system as a model for understanding structure/function relationships. The course will also introduce students to modern methodological approaches in systems neuroscience aimed at measuring and manipulating the activity of large populations of neurons while also incorporating information about individual neuronal identity, structure, and circuit connectivity. Prerequisite: BCSC 240/NSCI 201 Location Hylan Building Room 201 (TR 9:40AM - 10:55AM)
BCSC 542-1 Neuropsychology Amy Martinez TR 3:25PM - 4:40PM
Examines clinical neuropsychology, which bridges neurology, neuroscience, and clinical psychology. Covers history of clinical neuropsychology, principles of neuropsychological assessment, and the interpretation of cognition and behavior as they relate to brain dysfunction. Considers specific neurological syndromes including neurodegenerative, cerebrovascular, toxic, and memory disorders; epilepsy; head trauma; infectious processes; pediatric neuropsychology; psychiatric syndromes; and forensic neuropsychology. Patient presentations (videotape and in-person interviews) supplement lectures. Prerequisite: BCSC 110 or BCSC 240/NSCI 201 Location Online Room 1 (ASE) (TR 3:25PM - 4:40PM)
BCSC 543-1 Neurochemical Foundations of Behavior Renee Miller MWF 10:25AM - 11:15AM
This class covers how the brain controls behavior, and what goes wrong in various diseases, from a neurochemistry perspective. We start by learning about the neurochemicals –neurotransmitters, peptides, growth factors, etc. and move on to their receptors and associated signaling pathways, including gene transcription and epigenetics. An emphasis is placed on primary research literature, experimentation/data analysis and application of knowledge to the interpretation of scientific data. Students will attend research seminars on campus or online and write brief summaries of their understanding. The course culminates in small group presentations about the neurochemistry of diseases of interest, and an individual research review paper on the same topic. Prerequisite: BCSC 240/NSCI 201. BIOL 250 is helpful but not required. Location Gavett Hall Room 206 (MWF 10:25AM - 11:15AM)
BCSC 570-1 Introduction to Augmented and Virtual Reality Mujdat Cetin MW 2:00PM - 3:15PM
This course provides a broad introduction to augmented and virtual reality (AR/VR) systems. The course involves lectures covering an overview of all aspects of the AR/VR domain, as well as individual work performed by each student aimed at providing more intensive training on various aspects of AR/VR. Topics covered in the lectures include history, conceptual origins, and design/evaluation principles of AR/VR technologies; overview of visual/auditory/haptic AR/VR interfaces and applications; visual perception; optics/platforms/sensors/displays; auditory perception and spatial audio; silicon hardware architecture and materials; graphics and computation; interfaces and user experience design; data processing and machine intelligence for AR/VR; introduction to AR/VR programming tools; societal implications and ethical aspects. At the end of the course, students will have gained familiarity with the techniques, languages, and cultures of fields integral to the convergent research theme of AR/VR. This course is co-instructed by Mujdat Cetin, Michele Rucci, Ross Maddox, Jannick Rolland, Yuhao Zhu, Andrew White, Chenliang Xu, and Zhen Bai. Location Online Room 22 (ASE) (MW 2:00PM - 3:15PM)
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BCSC 591-2 PhD Readings: Language & Psycho-linguistics Chung-Lin Yang MW 12:30PM - 1:45PM
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BCSC 595-01 PhD Research Ralf Haefner –
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BCSC 595-02 PhD Research Manuel Gomez-Ramirez –
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BCSC 595-03 PhD Research Duje Tadin –
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BCSC 595-04 PhD Research Robert Jacobs –
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BCSC 595-05 PhD Research Michele Rucci –
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BCSC 595-06 PhD Research Adam Snyder –
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BCSC 595-07 PhD Research Martina Poletti –
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BCSC 595-08 PhD Research Gregory DeAngelis –
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BCSC 595-09 PhD Research Rajeev Raizada –
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BCSC 595-10 PhD Research Tim Jaeger –
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BCSC 595-11 PhD Research Jude Mitchell –
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BCSC 595-12 PhD Research Elise Piazza –
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BCSC 598-1 Supervised Teaching Assistant Amy Martinez –
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BCSC 598-2 Supervised Teaching Assistant Duje Tadin –
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BCSC 598-3 Supervised Teaching Assistant Chung-Lin Yang –
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BCSC 598-4 Supervised Teaching Assistant Gregory DeAngelis –
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BCSC 598-5 Supervised Teaching Assistant Kevin Davis –
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BCSC 598-6 Supervised Teaching Assistant Robert Jacobs –
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BCSC 895-1 Cont of Master's Enrollment – –
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BCSC 985-1 Leave of Absence – –
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BCSC 995-1 Cont of Doctoral Enrollment – –
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BCSC 997-1 Doctoral Dissertation Michele Rucci –
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BCSC 999-01 Doctoral Dissertation Ralf Haefner –
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BCSC 999-02 Doctoral Dissertation Manuel Gomez-Ramirez –
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BCSC 999-03 Doctoral Dissertation Duje Tadin –
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BCSC 999-04 Doctoral Dissertation Robert Jacobs –
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BCSC 999-05 Doctoral Dissertation Michele Rucci –
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BCSC 999-06 Doctoral Dissertation Adam Snyder –
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BCSC 999-07 Doctoral Dissertation Martina Poletti –
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BCSC 999-08 Doctoral Dissertation Gregory DeAngelis –
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BCSC 999-09 Doctoral Dissertation Rajeev Raizada –
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BCSC 999-10 Doctoral Dissertation Tim Jaeger –
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BCSC 999-11 Doctoral Dissertation Jude Mitchell –
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Number	Title	Instructor	Time
Monday
Monday and Wednesday
BCSC 591-2 PhD Readings: Language & Psycho-linguistics Chung-Lin Yang
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BCSC 520-1 The Intelligent Eye Michele Rucci
Provides an interdisciplinary view of modern research into how the human brain solves the problems involved in perception, including how we perceive the three-dimensional structure of the world, how we recognize objects and how visual information is used to control action in the world. Students read contemporary research and, through classroom discussion and critical essays, explore and analyze the questions and debates that define contemporary perceptual science. Prerequisite: BCS 151
BCSC 570-1 Introduction to Augmented and Virtual Reality Mujdat Cetin
This course provides a broad introduction to augmented and virtual reality (AR/VR) systems. The course involves lectures covering an overview of all aspects of the AR/VR domain, as well as individual work performed by each student aimed at providing more intensive training on various aspects of AR/VR. Topics covered in the lectures include history, conceptual origins, and design/evaluation principles of AR/VR technologies; overview of visual/auditory/haptic AR/VR interfaces and applications; visual perception; optics/platforms/sensors/displays; auditory perception and spatial audio; silicon hardware architecture and materials; graphics and computation; interfaces and user experience design; data processing and machine intelligence for AR/VR; introduction to AR/VR programming tools; societal implications and ethical aspects. At the end of the course, students will have gained familiarity with the techniques, languages, and cultures of fields integral to the convergent research theme of AR/VR. This course is co-instructed by Mujdat Cetin, Michele Rucci, Ross Maddox, Jannick Rolland, Yuhao Zhu, Andrew White, Chenliang Xu, and Zhen Bai.
Monday, Wednesday, and Friday
BCSC 543-1 Neurochemical Foundations of Behavior Renee Miller
This class covers how the brain controls behavior, and what goes wrong in various diseases, from a neurochemistry perspective. We start by learning about the neurochemicals –neurotransmitters, peptides, growth factors, etc. and move on to their receptors and associated signaling pathways, including gene transcription and epigenetics. An emphasis is placed on primary research literature, experimentation/data analysis and application of knowledge to the interpretation of scientific data. Students will attend research seminars on campus or online and write brief summaries of their understanding. The course culminates in small group presentations about the neurochemistry of diseases of interest, and an individual research review paper on the same topic. Prerequisite: BCSC 240/NSCI 201. BIOL 250 is helpful but not required.
Tuesday
Tuesday and Thursday
BCSC 541-1 Neurons, Circuits, & Systems Farran Briggs
This course takes a bottom-up approach to understanding the neurons and circuits of the sensory systems in the mammalian brain. Thematic topics will include: structural and functional diversity among sensory neuronal populations, common themes across sensory systems such as parallel information processing, coordination among feedforward/feedback circuits, and neuronal plasticity during development of functional domains. The final course module will focus on exploring the neuronal mechanisms of attention, again from a neuron- and circuit-centric perspective. Visual, auditory, and somatosensory systems will be discussed with most emphasis on the visual system as a model for understanding structure/function relationships. The course will also introduce students to modern methodological approaches in systems neuroscience aimed at measuring and manipulating the activity of large populations of neurons while also incorporating information about individual neuronal identity, structure, and circuit connectivity. Prerequisite: BCSC 240/NSCI 201
BCSC 433-1 Stat Speech&Lang Processing Daniel Gildea
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BCSC 536-1 Machine Vision Chenliang Xu
Introduction to computer vision, including camera models, basic image processing, pattern and object recognition, and elements of human vision. Specific topics include geometric issues, statistical models, Hough transforms, color theory, texture, and optic flow. CSC 449, a graduate-level course, requires additional readings and assignments. Prerequisites: MTH 161 and CSC 242; MTH 165 strongly recommended or equivalent.
BCSC 542-1 Neuropsychology Amy Martinez
Examines clinical neuropsychology, which bridges neurology, neuroscience, and clinical psychology. Covers history of clinical neuropsychology, principles of neuropsychological assessment, and the interpretation of cognition and behavior as they relate to brain dysfunction. Considers specific neurological syndromes including neurodegenerative, cerebrovascular, toxic, and memory disorders; epilepsy; head trauma; infectious processes; pediatric neuropsychology; psychiatric syndromes; and forensic neuropsychology. Patient presentations (videotape and in-person interviews) supplement lectures. Prerequisite: BCSC 110 or BCSC 240/NSCI 201
Wednesday
Thursday
Friday
BCSC 530-1 Data-Enabled Research Ehsan Hoque
This course provides an introduction to experimental and analytical methods in cognitive science and artificial intelligence. This class will comprise of a monthly seminar following by an intensive discussion on the assigned reading topics. The course is open to graduate students in any discipline. The course is recommended for those who intend to pursue research at the intersection of cognitive science and computer science, but prior experience in those fields is not required. It is required for students supported by the BCS/CS NRT graduate training grant.